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Easy Homemade Bagels

These easy homemade bagels are made with just five simple ingredients: flour, Greek yogurt, egg white, baking powder, and salt. They require no yeast and no boiling, making them perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. You can bake them in the oven or in an air fryer!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unbleached all purpose flour whole wheat or gluten-free mix
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder make sure it's not expired or it won't rise
  • 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt use less if using table salt
  • 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt not regular yogurt, it will be too sticky
  • 1 whole egg egg white or whole egg beaten
Optional Toppings

Method
 

Oven Method
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Place parchment paper or a silpat on a baking sheet. If using parchment paper, spray with oil to avoid sticking.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt and whisk well. Add the yogurt and mix with a fork or spatula until well combined; it will look like small crumbles.
  3. Lightly dust flour on a work surface and remove dough from the bowl. Knead the dough a few times until it's tacky but not sticky, about 15 turns (it should not leave dough on your hand when you pull away).
  4. Divide into 4 equal balls. Roll each ball into 3/4-inch thick ropes and join the ends to form bagels. Alternatively, make a ball and poke a hole in the center, then stretch it slightly.
  5. Top with egg wash and sprinkle both sides with seasoning of your choice. Bake on the top rack of the oven for 25 minutes. Let cool at least 15 minutes before cutting.
Air Fryer Method
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt and whisk well. Add the yogurt and mix with a fork or spatula until well combined; it will look like small crumbles.
  2. Lightly dust flour on a work surface and remove dough from the bowl. Knead the dough a few times until it's tacky but not sticky, about 20 turns (it should not leave dough on your hand when you pull away).
  3. Divide into 4 equal balls. Roll each ball into 3/4-inch thick ropes and join the ends to form bagels.
  4. Top with egg wash and sprinkle both sides with seasoning of your choice.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 280°F. Transfer in batches without overcrowding and bake for 15 to 16 minutes, or until golden. No need to turn. Let cool at least 15 minutes before cutting.

Notes

These bagels are a great lighter option for breakfast or a snack. They are naturally lower in calories and higher in protein compared to traditional bagels.